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Welcome to fifth grade math at Walsh!
We are excited to support your child as they transition into middle school and continue building strong mathematical skills.
This year, we will be using the Think! Mathematics program—an engaging curriculum your child may already be familiar with from elementary school. Published by SL Education, this internationally recognized program is known for its innovative approach to developing confident and capable math learners.
Think! Mathematics focuses on helping students truly understand mathematical concepts, rather than simply memorizing procedures. Through problem-solving, discussion, and hands-on learning, students will explore ideas, make connections, and apply their knowledge in meaningful ways.
Our goal is to build strong mathematical thinkers who are confident in explaining their reasoning and tackling new challenges.
We look forward to a wonderful year of growth and learning in math!
Resources for Parents and Student
Homelink Chapter Summaries and Support for Families
Grade 5 Math Units
Unit 1: Place Value and Decimals
Students develop a strong understanding of place value and learn to read, write, compare, and represent decimals.
Unit 2: Order of Operations
Students learn how to evaluate numerical expressions using the correct order of operations and apply these skills to solve problems.
Unit 3: Multiplication and Division of Whole Numbers
Students build fluency in multiplying and dividing multi-digit whole numbers and apply these skills to real-world situations.
Unit 4: Addition and Subtraction of Decimals
Students learn to accurately add and subtract decimals and understand how place value supports these operations.
Unit 5: Multiplication and Division of Decimals
Students explore strategies for multiplying and dividing decimals and apply their understanding to problem-solving.
Unit 6: Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Students add and subtract fractions with like and unlike denominators and develop a deeper understanding of fraction concepts.
Unit 7: Multiplication and Division of Fractions
Students learn to multiply and divide fractions and apply these skills in real-world and multi-step problems.
Unit 8: Measurement and Data
Students solve problems involving measurement, conversions, and data interpretation using charts and graphs.
Unit 9: Mass and Volume
Students explore concepts of mass and volume and learn to calculate and apply these measurements in practical contexts.
Unit 10: Geometry
Students study geometric concepts including angles, shapes, and coordinate grids.
Unit 11: Expressions and Graphs
Students write and evaluate numerical expressions and interpret patterns and relationships using graphs.
Your child is expected to know their multiplication facts
Your child is expected to know their multiplication facts
Here are some helpful website they can use to practice.
Xtra Math.com (facts)
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